· As early as 2015, du successfully demonstrated 5G radio proof of concept using real life use cases including eHealth and a 4K ultra high- definition video experience. It also rolled-out 4G Plus (LTE-Advanced) technology as a precursor to 5G in the same year that helped double the throughput and broadband service speeds.
· The U5GIG Lab – launched in 2016 by du – from EITC, continues to grow in stature and attract support of major technology powerhouses and major centres of academic excellence. The lab consortium currently consists of academic partners including Dubai University, Rochester Institute of Technology Dubai, Sharjah University, American University of Sharjah, University of Ras Al Khaimah and University of Wollongong in Dubai, as well as technology partners Libelium, SAP Software Solutions, Vision Valley, Intel, Nokia, MediaTek, Hal Technology and Schneider Electric. The consortium continues to work together, using their expertise to define and develop a global 5G network that will positively impact life in the UAE.
· In 2016, du, from EITC announced an ambitious strategic partnership with Smart Dubai to develop Smart Dubai platform (now known as Dubai Pulse) unites city services, IoT, cloud services, Big Data and digital identity across all city dimensions to build the most comprehensive exchange point for government and private sector services, delivering unprecedented value and 5G future for the city.
